Primary prevention

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Primary Prevention

Primary prevention (/ˈpraɪmɛri prɪˈvɛnʃən/) refers to the measures taken to prevent diseases before they occur. It is the first level of health care aimed at preventing the onset of diseases and conditions.

Etymology

The term 'primary prevention' is derived from the Latin words 'primus', meaning first, and 'praeventio', meaning preceding. It signifies the initial steps taken to prevent the onset of diseases.

Definition

Primary prevention involves interventions that are applied before there is any evidence of disease or injury. These interventions are designed to prevent or to reduce the risk of developing a disease, a disability, or an injury. Examples of primary prevention include immunization, maintaining a healthy diet and regular physical activity, and avoiding smoking.

Related Terms

  • Secondary Prevention: This involves early detection and intervention, preventing the progression of the disease.
  • Tertiary Prevention: This involves managing and rehabilitating patients with chronic diseases to prevent further progression and complications.
  • Quaternary Prevention: This involves actions taken to identify patients at risk of overmedicalization, to protect them from new medical invasion, and to suggest to them interventions which are ethically acceptable.

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